Bake Something Fun, Share It, and You Could Win a Nordic Ware Honeycomb Pull-Apart Pan
Thank you to everyone who joined last month’s Bake Club challenge and sent in photos of your Almond Plum Cakes. It was such a joy to see your beautiful bakes, and every single cake looked delicious. I also loved hearing from those of you who wrote to say that the recipe has earned a permanent place on your list of favorite desserts.
The July Bake Club winner is Ben from Oregon. He has been notified, and his prize is already on the way.
Now it is time for a brand-new baking challenge, and this month’s recipe is a true classic. If you love rich, creamy desserts, this August Bake Club Challenge is for you.
The August 2021 Bake Club Challenge Recipe Is…
New York Cheesecake!
This month’s featured recipe is a classic New York Cheesecake: tall, dense, smooth, and luxuriously creamy. It is the kind of dessert that feels special enough for a celebration but comforting enough to enjoy anytime you want a truly memorable homemade treat.
I have made this cheesecake countless times over the years, including for weddings and special occasions. One bride recently told me that, even after more than 12 years of marriage, guests still mention her wedding cake as the best cheesecake they have ever eaten.
New York-style cheesecake is known for its rich texture, creamy filling, and impressive height. It is indulgent in the best possible way, with a smooth, satisfying bite that makes it a standout dessert for holidays, dinner parties, birthdays, or any weekend baking project.
The recipe is straightforward, but I have included plenty of helpful guidance so you can bake it with confidence. You will find tips for preparing the cheesecake, storing it, freezing it, serving it, transporting it, and even decorating it for a special event. Whether this is your first cheesecake or one of many, the goal is to help you create a beautiful, bakery-worthy dessert at home.
The August Bake Club Challenge Prize
Nordic Ware Honeycomb Pull-Apart Pan
This month’s prize is a Nordic Ware Honeycomb Pull-Apart Pan, a fun and eye-catching pan inspired by the shape of a honeycomb. It creates perfectly portioned individual pieces, making it ideal for desserts and shareable bakes.
You can use this pan for cakes, pull-apart rolls, sweet buns, brownies, and other baked treats. It is a great option for serving guests because the portions are already divided, and the finished bake has a beautiful patterned look without requiring complicated decorating.
Already own this pan or have something similar? If you are selected as the winner, just let me know, and I will send you a couple of other prize options to choose from.
How to Participate in the August 2021 Bake Club Challenge
Sign Up to Join The Bake Club
Sign up for the Bake Club to receive an email each month when a new baking challenge and prize are announced. This is also how I will know how to contact you if your entry is selected as the winner.
When you join, you will be asked to enter your name and email address. If you win, I will send you an email to ask where your prize should be mailed.
If you have signed up in the past, you are all set. You do not need to sign up again every month.
Bake This Month’s Challenge Recipe and Show It Off!
Bake the New York Cheesecake, take a photo of your finished dessert, and share it so your entry can be included in this month’s Bake Club Challenge.
You can post your photo to Instagram and tag it with #OfBatterAndDoughBakeClub.
You may also upload your photo to the Of Batter and Dough Facebook Page.
If you prefer, you can send your photo by email to [email protected].
Once you share your photo, you will be automatically entered to win this month’s prize. Be sure to bake the challenge recipe and submit your photo before September 1st.
Want a Bonus Entry?
Leave a comment and rating on the New York Cheesecake recipe, and you will receive a bonus entry for this month’s Bake Club Challenge.
Your comments and ratings help other bakers feel confident trying the recipe, and they are always appreciated.